How to Caulk Concrete Control Joints with Perfect Results Every Time

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ATTN: Viewers in Canada now have access to tools used in this video through Amazon.ca to get the low online prices you expect WITHOUT extra import duties, etc! Go to: www.amazon.ca/shop/nextlevelc... to find tools and supplies seen used in this video if you can't find them locally. Purchases made through these links are the same low online prices you expect but Amazon.ca pays small ad fees to Next Level Carpentry which I really appreciate... thank you!!
Caulking concrete control joints is no fun but satisfaction from getting perfect results makes it less miserable IMHO. You too can get excellent results by using the right tools, the right materials and the right technique as shown in this video.
Need tools or supplies shown in this video and want low online prices? GREAT! You'll find both in the Amazon Influencers links below... plus your purchases help support Next Level Carpentry with small ad fees that Jeff Bezos pays me instead of adding to his already astronomical net worth which I really appreciate!
Cox 20oz 'sausage gun' with extra thrust handle:
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Cox extra nozzle 8-pack for varying crack widths:
www.amazon.com/dp/B01N4BSRTQ/...
Cox 10oz caulking gun with extra thrust handle:
www.amazon.com/dp/B000DZF3TA/...
Metabo 5" grinder... a great tool IMHO!
www.amazon.com/dp/B00WJOXBJM/...
4 1/2" OR 5" x 1/8" diamond blade for grinder:
www.amazon.com/dp/B07FG8GWV2/...
Tremco FC urethane sealant in Limestone color 20oz sausage tube:
www.amazon.com/dp/B003XSP6OQ/...
Tremco FC urethane sealant in Limestone color 10 oz tubes (1 case/12 tubes):
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Tremco FC urethane sealant in Limestone color (one 10 oz tube)
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Channel Locks brand side cutters for sausage tube ends:
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Gel Knee Pads:
www.amazon.com/dp/B07L7Y98FN/...
3M 1 1/2" Masking tape:
www.amazon.com/dp/B009M1IGLI/...
3M 1" Masking tape:
www.amazon.com/dp/B009M1IGPO/...
409 Spray Cleaner:
www.amazon.com/dp/B007ZDH5K8/...
Clic-Readers glasses
www.amazon.com/dp/B00U0BEI2U/...
3M Band Style Hearing Protector ear plugs
www.amazon.com/dp/B000LNKDEE/...
Venom Steel Nitrile gloves like the ones I DON'T use in this video... but should?:
www.amazon.com/dp/B01CO9RKGQ/...
1 1/2" disposable paintbrush for silica sand:
www.amazon.com/dp/B00CXCFHH4/...
More Bounty Paper Towels than you'll use in a lifetime of caulking control joints:
www.amazon.com/dp/B079VP6DH6/...
Silica sand in either 5lb or 10lb quantity:
www.amazon.com/dp/B07NXVL3ZD/...
All tool links from this video in one place:
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@ronrosati8896 16 күн бұрын

What about gaps over 2 inches ?

@NextLevelCarpentry 16 күн бұрын

I've used this exact method/process on ridiculous gaps in the range of 3" wide with the same excellent results in appearance. Keep in mind that gaps over about 3/4"~1" usually mean there's structural issues with the concrete where the only permanent fix is to replace the concrete... after correcting whatever problem caused settlement/movement in the first place. That said, it takes a bit more finesse to 'tool' the surface of the sealant to a nice, smooth acceptable finish but it's still the best fix for a bad situation IMHO.

@pravoslavn 9 ай бұрын

I have watched hundreds and hundreds of videos for the DIY homeowner, and this tutorial is in the top 1% of them all ! THANK YOU for taking your time to make this video, Very well presented... well filmed and well narrated. Thank You again, Sir !

@NextLevelCarpentry 9 ай бұрын

I really appreciate that you'd take the time to post such a grateful comment on this video... thank you!

@mattjackson3996 8 ай бұрын

@@toecutter1015oh shush! 🤨

@EricMoss-ju1km 7 ай бұрын

I second the original comment!!

@user-gl2eq2ly4g 8 ай бұрын

My kind of guy..... Neat and tidy and knows what he's doing

@supergoober1021 2 жыл бұрын

I saw a completed caulking job like this about 15 to 20 years ago and haven’t seen another since then. It was stunning! I didn’t know about adding the sand after so I thought it was a special caulk. I have found caulking for stucco and I’ve used it, but it never looked this good. What I saw was perfectly uniform and placed nicely between the two sides with clean edges . I couldn’t imagine what magic the installer used to do this, but kept it in the back of my mind. NOW, I know how it was done. It’s positively beautiful! Thank you!!

@NextLevelCarpentry 2 жыл бұрын

Maybe you saw a sealing project I did? 😉😁😎 Best, Matt

@tracker335 4 ай бұрын

This guy is a true professional !! Neat and clean !!

@Ipadmariquita 4 жыл бұрын

I did exactly as you said and let me tell you,my husband was so proud of my job,thanks to you !!God bless you.

@charlesbronson11 Жыл бұрын

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@jenniecastillo1935 3 жыл бұрын

As a widow I try to do as many home projects myself so I rely on these videos. Yours are excellent for someone like myself especially showing what products to use and why. Loved it and the results are perfect. Thank you thank you.

@michaellee891 Жыл бұрын

One of the best DIY videos you will see on KZfaq. Well done Matt.

@ClickToEnlarge 2 жыл бұрын

Literally sat here in the Home Depot parking lot, drank my coffee and watched this whole thing. Fantastic video, thanks!

@NextLevelCarpentry 2 жыл бұрын

That's funny... hope it helps you out at some point... and hope you find other videos here at Next Level Carpentry useful or at least entertaining too? Best, Matt

@user-gl2eq2ly4g 3 жыл бұрын

I wish you lived near me ...... You'd get all my project work ...... It's hard to find tradesmen who care about what they're doing ...... Thank you for this class 😁

@TheTomBevis 4 жыл бұрын

That's the best-caulked joint I've ever seen.

@NextLevelCarpentry 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Tom... cool thing is that with a bit of practice anyone, really, can get results just as good! Best, Matt

@joseomarguerrero9077 4 жыл бұрын

Bob Ross.. Caulking ,Sausage Caulk gun sorry I never went to school Here in the U.S but words misspelled Can be offensive..

@bernicemontpetit 4 жыл бұрын

Jose Omar Guerrero r

@ramirovargas100 4 жыл бұрын

TRUE !!!

@garyheaton4791 3 жыл бұрын

@@joseomarguerrero9077 well..if you going to watch his videos from THIS country..learn to either ignore his statements, or grow thicker skin!! This is about the LEAST offensive person I have ever seen on here!! So go sell your sasauge someplace else!

@Daniel.K.Crandall Ай бұрын

Ok this is exactly the kind of video that I was looking for. You have a great demonstration and are very clear and thorough (without talking too long), and what is most helpful to me, is that you explain your mindset as you’re going through the process. Thank you so much!

@NextLevelCarpentry Ай бұрын

You're quite welcome Daniel... give yourself a little grace when you get started to get the hang of how it feels when you're actually working through the steps and I predict you'll get excellent results too!

@TheBstegold 2 ай бұрын

Great video. I ended up with this project after take a photo of a bunny rabbit sitting on the steps leading to my driveway which looks faded and ugly lol. I have a few joints that need to be sealed using backer rod etc but your video is very helpful to seal the joint closer to the garage door…. My driveway is sloped downward.. and thanks for the tip for not using self leveling. Thanks again

@davidbrightman6987 3 жыл бұрын

We just use a spray bottle with water and a shot of dish soap like Dawn works great and cheaper than 409 great video Thx

@danielmiller2977 3 жыл бұрын

I'm really disappointed that you haven't done a video on those great out feed stands that you built, but I have returned to this video because it's sooo good! You're are one of the most conscientious carpenters that I've ever seen. This is how every tradesman should should treat all of his or her work. It's what makes our livelihood so satisfying and rewarding. This kind of quality work is what builds permanent relationships between the artisan and their client! By following the example that you have lead in every video that you have done, people like us will have no choice but to display the true value of the the trades. In a world of automation, we will never be replaced. You are one of the best! Do a video on those stands!!

@James-bv4nu Жыл бұрын

A man who takes pride in his work, does it to his perfection. Generous to share his trade secret. Hats off to you, sir.

@thisandthat411 Ай бұрын

I just completed my joint (I've been putting off far too long) using this method and it just works! I'd buy you a drink if I could. Thank you!

@NextLevelCarpentry Ай бұрын

Glad to hear it... and you're most welcome!

@phototec 4 жыл бұрын

Matt, I love your attention to detail, there are so many people these days doing tasks like this lazy and quick. As others have stated, one of the best caulking videos ever. Keep up the good work!

@FJBsaidcornpop 7 ай бұрын

I 100% agree but on the other hand now, there are so many people (customers) that do not appreciate (quality) work and the only detail they are interested in is price. 👉 (Customer) Oh just slap some caulk over it, it will be ok, the other caulk stayed on for a long time, as long as it doesn't leak water around my windows I don't care. These customers I usually walk away from if they are just price driven.

@rudycramer225 9 ай бұрын

Now that's a how-to video. Well explained and did not miss a thing. I came here to see how to tool a sealant in an expansion joint, and got exactly what I was after. Champion presenting as well.

@bekindtoanimals2189 3 жыл бұрын

After having watched several other videos like this where the OP is giving people horrible advice, and misinformation, it's nice to finally see you know what you're talking about. THANK YOU for restoring my faith in 'How to videos'.

@markharmon4963 3 жыл бұрын

Two things. The hero of this project is the debris pale. Often forgotten and underappreciated. And the sand treatment has an additional benefit of UV protection. As a handyman, I am usually the second or third guy in and when this seal fails after a decade or so. It makes my job so much more satisfying to replace a neat job like this than repairing the crime scenes I often encounter. Thanks.

@NextLevelCarpentry 3 жыл бұрын

"... repairing the crime scenes I often enounter." LOL!! I feel your pain, Mark! Hold the course and keep doing work you can be proud of! 😎 Best, Matt

@psyfusion 3 жыл бұрын

After the professionals left less than 14 months later it was all holes, falling in and basically garbage. Baby butt smooth seams and the silica trick yielded great finish. Reading the comments it's obvious that some folks aren't aware of the difference between turn and burn, high volume production and while there is a place and time for that method VS the long term set it and forget it or the do it right first and be done method. Slick tricks though, yielded great results. If you're like me and never place ads, never even printed business cards yet stay swamped you probably are the latter, you do the job for similar cost you save overhead and use that for better materials and all you have to do is answer your phone, if you got a sales team and coupons and adverts you might me the first in which case you might not have the time or margin to do this method which is fine but pics or it didn't happen. Enjoyed the video as always also solid technique with amazing results looked gorgeous.

@NextLevelCarpentry 3 жыл бұрын

Your well said comments gets "pinned" to the top of the list Gary... thanks SO much for posting it on this controversial video. Controversial with the 'turn and burn pros', that is! Best, Matt

@kaikaimeha2027 3 жыл бұрын

Finally a proper and complete video about how to do this using a sausage type gun. Great technique! That’s true professionalism... Amazing and thanks a bunch. 🤙🏽

@TanukiOfficial 4 ай бұрын

Perfection. People may have different approaches, but you can't argue with your results. 👍

@policani 21 күн бұрын

I've watched maybe twelve KZfaq videos on this topic, and this is by far the best quality patch I've seen.

@karensteinhaus7705 3 жыл бұрын

One of the best DIY videos I have ever seen!! Thank you Next Level Carpentry!!

@thawk1965 4 жыл бұрын

That's the nicest calk job I have ever seen. Glad to see someone take pride in their work.

@NextLevelCarpentry 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sayin', Tim... much appreciated! Best, Matt

@bud5909 3 жыл бұрын

This could an episode of This Old house. Well done!

@rahulrathan 4 ай бұрын

You live up to your name, "Next Level" it truly is

@steelshade 4 жыл бұрын

I thought I knew how to caulk. You taught me something today, Thanks.

@galvanizedgnome 3 жыл бұрын

His advice for managing wet caulk is incredible. I liked his advice on slipping in the tip and knee protection. Need to save the knees.

@renman3426 3 жыл бұрын

AWESOME VIDEO!!!! I must say I have watched hundreds of videos on this topic and you are by far the best speker! You speak with no interuptions like... ummm, aaaa, Hmmm. You video was very enjoyable to watch and I learned so much! I tried to do this last year and it was such a mess! I did not use the tape and you were right it went everywhere!!! I liked and subcribed to your channel gave you a thumbs up and click on the bell so i can get notified when you post more videos. Excelent work! Cant wait to see more! Jim

@NextLevelCarpentry 3 жыл бұрын

Welcome to Next Level Carpentry Jim... much appreciated. I've developed and used this exact process for over 20 years and think, with a little practice, you'll have much better mess free results! Best, Matt

@allaunier8143 3 жыл бұрын

This is the first time I've run across Next Level Carpentry and I must say this was an excellent presentation. It was so thoroughly described and explained from beginning (supplies) to end (finished product). As a home handyman and woodworker I will certainly bookmark NLC for future reference.

@NextLevelCarpentry 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Al... I'm glad you found Next Level Carpentry and rate this video 'excellent'. I don't do Instagoogletwitface so the Channel doesn't get the Social Medial exposure other channels do so I rely on sharing by viewers like you who run across it and find the content itself useful. Hope you find other videos here helpful, useful or maybe just interesting... Best, Matt

@williampletcher8091 3 жыл бұрын

This one just showed up for me, too, today. I need to have someone (my son?) do some work for me, and this looks like a great tutorial!

@kevinchavez9079 3 жыл бұрын

You are contaminating the caulk joint with 409 soap and water was outlawed in about 1980 I do this for a living

@NextLevelCarpentry 3 жыл бұрын

@@kevinchavez9079 it appears to me that what you do for a living is spew untruths, Kevin. Feel free to convince me otherwise by verifying how the method I show clearly in this video 'was outlawed in about 1980'?! 🤨

@timjester8555 3 жыл бұрын

It case you missed him emphasizing how sticky urethane is, it's a constant battle and caulk has been known to jump 2 or 3 feet to get on you. Roofing tar can jump 5 feet from unopened can.

@resultcarpentry5869 4 жыл бұрын

Matt, by far the best caulking video I’ve seen. Many many thanks - love your channel 🤗

@gregquirk4161 4 жыл бұрын

What a true statement, a system that takes away the pain and misery. Your explanation of why you should not use self leveling caulk cleared up the questions I had. Job well done Matt.

@troy5292 3 жыл бұрын

I'm not a professional carpenter, but my father was and my OCD makes me want to do the job better than what you get from most professionals. Videos like this are exactly what you need to do equal or better than a professional.

@chadmarkley 2 жыл бұрын

I've watched 10 of these videos trying to find the best way to go about doing the job. This is by far the best, most detailed and well done. Thank you for taking the time to do this. Keep up the EXCELLENT work

@mijodo2008 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent Discourse on this subject. Lots of great advice, very good tradecraft. Top job. Cheers from Michael. Australia.

@hardnox6655 4 жыл бұрын

Matt, that was a wonderful demonstration. Thank you for sharing.

@thomasdubicki3536 3 жыл бұрын

Thank You! For explaining the proper way to use the caulking compound. You are an excellent instructor.

@geoff3656 3 жыл бұрын

Simple , professional and intelligent ..!

@slhemp3556 4 жыл бұрын

Glad I found your channel. Trying to maintain my 100 year old house is more than a notion. It’s too expensive and frustrating to find professionals to do small tasks, so I plan to learn from you. I’m a retired professor so I say this from experience, you’re a good teacher and your advance preparation is appreciated. Thanks.

@bnperrault 3 жыл бұрын

Wow this is a very concise, clear, demonstration of a relatively simple process of taking care of those old unsightly looking expansion joints and making them look like new. Appreciate your sharing your expertise with us. Nice job! Now it’s time for me to implement your processes on my own tired joints!

@DanielLee-ci4oz 8 ай бұрын

What is the best 2 part epo sealer for stopping leaks that seem imopxy

@timothyjohnson4285 3 жыл бұрын

This fine craftsman does everything, I've watched, to outstanding qualities! Will certainly put this video to my own home project THANK YOU!

@the1Donmafioso 2 жыл бұрын

This is probably the most thorough, well explained, and recorded video I have ever seen. Excellent!

@432b86ed 4 жыл бұрын

I've been caulking as a part of my business for 20 years. The 409 trick is just what I've been needing all that time - to make what had already been "good", into excellent. Thanks much.

@PowerScissor 3 жыл бұрын

I've had great results with windex for years.

@angieiluvme 3 жыл бұрын

I'm local 4 for 20 years and u can not get caulk wet first,you should dry tool first,I promise you after it sets up you can pull that whole caulk joint out.It looks very nice but it will not hold up.Make a video to show if it stuck to the concrete,I bet it will pull out with your hand.

@PowerScissor 3 жыл бұрын

@@angieiluvme Not true. First, you aren't getting the caulk wet at the joint where it adheres to the concrete. I just have a container of windex I dip my latex gloved finger in. All it does is keep the caulk from sticking to your finger or glove so it slides over smoothly and leaves a perfect finish. None of it is staying behind, puddling, or mixing with the caulk in any way to change the way it adheres to the concrete.

@BrianPhillipsRC 4 жыл бұрын

This has gotta be the cleanest caulk join I've ever seen!

@markuschelios6891 4 жыл бұрын

And it only took 6hrs. ;)

@iancameron1662 3 жыл бұрын

Your a true craftsman.do you know how hard it is to find someone like you.that delivers in what he says.also do the best job possible.i was always taught do the best job possible and you.ll never have to look for work.people will come to you.GREAT JOB

@kenfrank3782 3 жыл бұрын

Wondering if Siri was listening to me this afternoon!!! I was telling my wife I wanted to work/ patch a crack that formed in a new porch I was thinking of taking a grinding wheel to it to clean the edges and do a caulk job This was timely and in depth. And neat !!!! Love it

@smileyhomeimprovementsjohn6165 4 жыл бұрын

The best sealing method I have seen so far.

@pmr413 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this tutorial it is a very good lesson. I need to do this at my house and will follow your instructions to the letter! ~Pat

@curlyfits 3 жыл бұрын

Great video, and you are a great teacher who, I can tell, takes pride in his work; we all should do the same. Thx for sharing your knowledge and great talent!

@janetrivers7332 8 ай бұрын

Awesome video, presentation is super clear and organized well for supplies needed & prep work! Thank you so much. What a delight to find such amazingly clear help!! You are a gem on this planet

@chipshot442 4 жыл бұрын

Great job Matt, I never used sand at the end of my caulking joints but that is a neat trick. All the best. Al from Maryland.

@m.d.s.7118 4 жыл бұрын

35 plus years and I'm still learning,,,,Thanks Brother !

@ravinderkhakh3918 4 жыл бұрын

A true master never stops learning

@Ur_fav_brunette_Stacy 3 жыл бұрын

Beautiful work. You make it look easy! Thanks for sharing.

@JandMPancake 3 жыл бұрын

Very nice video and description, well organized, right amount of detail for the steps. Thanks!

@johnkenney7217 4 жыл бұрын

Wow. I don't know why or how KZfaq knew I would like this, but excellent job. Concise, and very useful. No wasted words, and excellent vocabulary.

@rico1319 4 жыл бұрын

Absolutely perfectly done and I agree with all your techniques. Keep up the good work master carpenter!! 👍👍👍😎🇨🇱

@ETSUBrown8939 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I have no use for this right now in my life but enjoyed your professionalism on the job. I’ll keep this in mind for when a caulk the joints at my home.

@Optimus798 9 ай бұрын

By far the best DIY video for caulking/sealing driveway/sidewalk joints 💯

@quietwarf1019 4 жыл бұрын

I like your beginning comment. A master carpenter can do everything in regards to building.

@NextLevelCarpentry 4 жыл бұрын

That' quite true Quietwarf but seems to escape people in an age where so many expect apps to do so much for them!🙄😎 Best, Matt

@woozin24 3 жыл бұрын

A bit lengthy but I did watch until the end I could listen to you for hours. The information is delivered incredibly well. I went from novice to pro results in 20:55. Thank you for all that you do. Ps. I love details. You nailed it.

@Haloisgood 3 ай бұрын

Still helping folks 4 years on. Appreciate the video, going to put this knowledge to work in a month or so!

@carolapostolos8929 3 жыл бұрын

Wow. Excellent job. It would be great if everybody took as much pride in their work as you do.

@drsaab 2 жыл бұрын

I love the detail and the explanation so that people like myself can handle a task like this and get quality professional results. I can’t see why anybody in the world would give a thumbs down to this video., If a person has the ability to explain some thing on a fifth grade level, then they are a master at it.

@WmArthur 4 жыл бұрын

In my younger years I did a lot of caulking as a tuck pointer/brick cleaner, part of the brick layers union, mostly commercial/industrial, windows, doors, expansion joints. We used 2 part caulk in buckets with colors and hardener, and a large metal gun we sucked the caulk out of the bucket and used the appropriate tip for the joint. We always used a primer we brushed on after cleaning with compressed air. We never use masking tape, we use pointing tools to smooth, sometimes soapy water to glaze the caulk. The sand is nice for driveways. We used backing rod if the opening needed filled first. On really large jobs we pumped right out of 50 gal drums. Nice video for these small jobs but I wouldn't use masking tape. One tip, we always had plenty of rags and solvent around to keep our tips and tools clean from that sticky crap, lol.

@alansolocinski5172 3 жыл бұрын

You have just saved me countless hours of work. I have a few areas to work with your method and I'll follow every step. Thank you!!!!! And Subscribed!

@louisedavis1359 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this educational information. I need all the excellent information out there for DIY home repair and maintenance I’ve very limited knowledge of what it takes to care for my home with the appropriate tools and products to purchase. I very much appreciate your style of teaching you don’t waste my time with silly chatter.Straight talk and to the point.EXCELLENT!

@NextLevelCarpentry 2 жыл бұрын

I think it's great when viewers educate themselves a bit before taking on a new project. It's much better than just winging it and then having to undo a bunch of new work to get it right the second time. I think you'll find there's a Snowball Effect where one success leads to another as you build confidence in your ability to take on and complete projects outside your current comfort zone. You go! 💪👍😎

@fsorbello 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video. Just took care of my driveway's old rotted out expansion joints and they look phenomenal thanks to you!

@floridagirl9064 2 жыл бұрын

How the heck did you remove them? Mine are stuck completely

@fsorbello 2 жыл бұрын

@@floridagirl9064 just a lot of hard work. Had to use a small chisel, pliers and elbow grease. Mine were hard plastic that had splintered and broken.

@horatiobeaker 4 жыл бұрын

Great video. Thanks for taking the time to edit and share. Incredibly instructive. Your work is definitely first class.

@Hit2long 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, You are extremely helpful, this is one of the best DYI video I have ever seen.

@beejp8 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for taking the time to provide details that I might not think about but are going to be extremely helpful!

@dhyde9207 4 жыл бұрын

Why did it take me 60 years of doing carpentry (as an amateur) to learn this technique? Amazing. The silica sand is the best tip EVER. Hats off to you sir.

@frankm2588 4 жыл бұрын

I use the Quickete Concrete caulk a lot and never thought of the silica sand either.

4 жыл бұрын

You're not alone.

@wwaynemcg 4 жыл бұрын

Try a long roller rod with toilet paper on it. Keeps it from tracking on your car, etc.

@LiloUkulele Жыл бұрын

Another Great video...as always. You're hired! A little off topic, as this video centers around finishing, Caulking joint ratio is critical for long term success. Use a 2:1 width to depth ratio to accommodate movement. Create an "hourglass" shape for the sealant profile. Windex has always been my "soapy spray"; I'll give 409 a shot next time.

@auntmimirules3988 Жыл бұрын

Finally! Meticulous work! Thanks for teaching me how to do this!

@morokeiboethia6749 Жыл бұрын

Best looking concrete joint fill in I've ever seen. Really good tactics.

@shimes424 4 жыл бұрын

I had one "control joint" on a really old house that was just a bit wider than the biggest backer rod, so I used 3 smaller ones and braided them together. Worked great, other than using a ton of caulk. Was there the other day, still looks great after a couple years

@dontriskett8098 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this! I learned so much and my joints look like they were done by a pro. The tape is a must! Also, the soapy spray made for a super smooth finish. You are the MAN!!!!

@lindakleckner215 8 ай бұрын

Wow! I like how you're very detailed in your description and demonstration, your little touches, that make an excellent job of it! Great🙂!

@mythoughts1................1 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent video. Thank you for taking the time to explain everything in detail.

@Handyman247llc 3 жыл бұрын

I have recently used your method and surprisingly I am pretty darn proud, it looks great! I have a larger project coming up and hope it will looks as good as this smaller one. Thank you for your time and sharing how to do things the right way!

@NextLevelCarpentry 3 жыл бұрын

Don't be too surprised Terry... I imagine you're the kind of person who's able to adapt previous experience to a new skillset in fairly short order when you're shown the way... now that you've had a bit of practice you'll CRUSH that bigger job! Feel free to post links to before/after photos here if you want... Best, Matt

@michaelmclaughlin8474 4 жыл бұрын

Well on the good end, I can see that you’re a perfectionist,, and that’s a good ‘trait’ to have...!!!

@jeffkillmeyer1517 2 жыл бұрын

Simply a wonderful tutorial on the subject. Thoroughly excellent! Thx!!

@meetatrivedi4687 3 жыл бұрын

I loved the detailed explanation and very smooth finish. Thank you for excellent idea. Very helpful indeed

@greghackney8437 3 жыл бұрын

Watched the pro do mine, he "tooled' it with a round tip cake icing knife. It was a work of art.

@peterkohm9742 4 жыл бұрын

I just finished a coffered ceiling in my basement,and I was about to caulk it . But I said to myself let me grab my 14 year old son and teach him how. As simple a task as it is I am going to guess by looking at a lot of peoples bathrooms and trim around their homes most people have no idea on how to do correctly. This was a great video to teach people and I even learned the sand on top of the wet caulk trick from it. I also learned from a mason years ago if your crack you are filling is deeper then normal to fill a potion of it with sand so as not to use a hole tube filling a 2 inch deep separation . Thanks for taking the time of making an excellent video.

@kmlwest48th Жыл бұрын

I just did this yesterday and putting down the masking tape for a clean line made all the difference to the look of the work. The caulk is as runny as advertised. I never would have thought to do this and I am so happy I did. Don't skip this step in your prep work.

@Irwhodunit 3 жыл бұрын

I'll probably never need to caulk a joint like that, but you offered some excellent pointers I can use. I have missing chunks of floor tile mortar butting up to bathroom baseboards. This helps me figure out what I need to do. Nice work and thank you!

@sanurshenoy5739 10 ай бұрын

Matt, great video. I am a detail oriented guy and appreciate how you have precisely broken the steps into manageable sections and carried out the process unhurriedly. I am sure you have learned from past mistakes. There are millions of videos doing shabby jobs. Thank you.

@ibbuggaah7380 4 жыл бұрын

Something I’ve been putting off far too long. This has inspired me! Really appreciate the detail in the text, should be no doubts as to what is needed. Many thanks!

@thomasbrown2650 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for taking the mystery out of applying caulk! 😉👍

@HoraceMash 5 ай бұрын

Wow! Not only an object lesson in caulking, but a masterpiece of effective instructional communication. Thank you for your wisdom and talent; you have helped me greatly!

@josephburkhalter5105 4 жыл бұрын

One of the most informative and interesting videos. Well done. JoeB

@kathyrittenhouse2948 3 жыл бұрын

Ver good . Thanks

@edwinters6462 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing your technique, I love the addition of sand.

@StanHere1 3 жыл бұрын

Outstanding!!! Well paced, VERY good & complete presentation!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Many Thanks!

@rjoedunnam3618 3 жыл бұрын

Really enjoyed this video. I was not sure how I was going to handle my problem, but I do now! Thank you.

@lightningthunder1708 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Matt for a very informative and well-presented video. I use the same technique but adding the silica is an excellent. I am an old school carpenter with a good deal of experience and still learning better ways to execute my trade skills.

@maryblaylock6545 2 жыл бұрын

Most Excellent! May you find joy in your learning new things and pride in your workmanship!

@paulcahill5976 4 жыл бұрын

You deserve to be in great demand, a professional and correct attitude to all you do and share, many thanks for your continued generosity in sharing your skills and techniques.